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August 22, 2012 Vol. 91 No. 34

The American Red Cross offers safety tips for kids and adults.

Back-to-School

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As another school year begins, the American Red Cross Greater St. Louis Region is reminding everyone about steps that can be taken to make the trip back to the classroom safer.

“Thousands of students in Missouri and Illinois are going back to school now and in the coming days,” said Cindy Erickson, CEO of the Greater St. Louis Region. “Safety is at the forefront of what we do and what we teach at the Red Cross.

We want to make sure it’s at the front of everyone’s mind this time of year.”

Bus Safety If children ride a bus to school, they should plan to get to their bus stop early and stand away from the curb while waiting for the bus to arrive. Other safety steps for students include: • Board the bus only after it has come to a complete stop and the driver or attendant has instructed you to get on.

• Only board your bus and never an alternate one.

• Always stay in clear view of the bus driver and never walk behind the bus.

• Cross the street at the corner, obeying traffic signals and staying in the crosswalk.

• Never dart out into the street, or cross between parked cars.

Motorists should know what the yellow and red bus signals mean: • Yellow flashing lights – the bus is getting ready to stop. Motorists should slow down and be prepared to stop.

• Red flashing lights and an extended stop sign – the bus is stopped and children are getting on or off. Drivers in both directions must stop their vehicles and wait until the lights go off, the stop sign is back in place and the bus is moving before they can start driving again.

Driving If children ride in a car to get to school, they should always wear a seat belt.

Younger children should use car seats or booster seats until the lap-shoulder belt fits properly (typically for children ages 8-12 and over 4’9”), and ride in the back seat until they are at least 13 years old.

If a teenager is going to drive to school, parents should mandate that they use seat belts. Drivers should not use their cell phone to text or make calls, and should avoid eating or drinking while driving.

All drivers should be aware that children are out walking or biking to school and slow down, especially in residential Around Town . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4 Business. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7

areas and school zones.

Biking and Walking Students who ride their bike to school should always wear a helmet, obey all traffic signs and ride on the right in the same direction as traffic.

Those who walk to school should only cross the street at an intersection, and use a route along which the school has placed crossing guards. Parents should walk young children and children taking new routes or attending new schools at least for the first week to ensure they know how to get there safely. Thereafter, arrange for the kids to walk to school with a friend or classmate.

“When kids go back to school, parents should make sure the child knows his or her home phone number and address, parents’ work contact information, how to get in touch with another trusted adult and how to dial 9-1-1,” said Dr. David Markenson, chair of the American Red Cross Scientific Advisory Council and pediatric expert.

“Parents should also teach their children not to talk to strangers or accept rides from someone they don’t know,” Learn & Play . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Pet Apdoption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Movie . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

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Markenson said.

Take a Red Cross First Aid and CPR/ AED course so you’ll have the knowledge and skills to act if an injury or emergency happens. You can also download the free Red Cross First Aid app so you’ll always have first aid information at your finger-

tips. The app is available for both iPhone and Android devices.

The American Red Cross Greater St. Louis Region is a proud member agency of the United Way, which makes significant investments every year in Red Cross services.

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Bellefontaine Neighbors End-of-Summer Fun! Adult Sand Volleyball Leagues

Get a team together and join our adult sand volleyball league at the Bellefontaine Neighbors’ brand new sand volleyball court located behind the recreation center, 9669 Bellefontaine Road. The games will be played on Fridays from Sept. 7 to Oct. 12. This recreational, coed league has a six-person minimum and 10-person maximum. Games times are 6, 7 and 8 p.m. A roster of at least 50 percent Bellefontaine residents must be presented at registration to receive the lower resident fee. The resident fee is $90 and a nonresident team is $120. Beer and soda will be available for purchase. For more information, please contact the Bellefontaine Recreation Department at 314.867.0700.

Old Time Barbeque

Don’t let the summer end without one last hoe-down at the Bellefontaine Neighbors Recreation Center, 9669 Bellefontaine Rd, St. Louis, MO 63137. The event will be held from 4:30 – 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Aug. 28, and the cost is $11 per person.

The barbeque consists of your choice of pork steak or chicken, several side dishes and dessert. Bring your admission ticket to get your first drink free. Beer, wine and soft drinks can be purchased. Dinner is served at 5:30 p.m. For the Tiger Woods among us, the mini golf course will be available at no additional charge. For more information, please call the Bellefontaine Recreation Department at 314.867.0700.

Brother’s Diagnosis Motivated Siblings to Become Doctors We have been involved in the JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes since my son Chris was diagnosed with T1D (type 1 insulin-dependent diabetes) at the age of 8, three days before Christmas – that was 15 years ago.

Chris’ diabetes changed our whole family. My wife and I served on the JDRF board – frequently went to Washington D.C. for the JDRF day on the Hill - worked as advocates - and I represented JDRF as a spokesman for the Missouri Stem Cell Initiative.

My daughter decided to go to medical school and is now at Children’s Mercy Hospital in Kansas City as a Pediatric Endocrinology Fellow. Our youngest son is applying to medical school. Diabetes changes everything.

Chris is married to his high school sweetheart,

Brittany, and he is a successful graphic artist.

The Jackson Family Walk team (usually around 30) relies on friends, family and coworkers. Artistic Chris, designs our team tshirt. I usually sing the National Anthem at the Forest Park Walk (which the kids get a kick out of). We also enjoy watching my 84 yearold father run the three-mile walk course.

My daughter-in-law, Brittany, is now the team captain. She sets the fundraising bar pretty high. Her heartfelt, emotional letter about Chris’ challenges with T1D makes the disease very real for everyone who reads it.

We’ll see everyone on Sunday, October 7 Upper Muny Parking Lot in Forest Park at the JDRF Walk to Cure Diabetes. T1D - we’re on your trail!

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Chris’ and Brittany’s wedding.

St. Louis County Library Presents Bestselling Romance Writer Eloisa James The St. Louis County Library Foundation is pleased to present popular romance writer and Shakespearean scholar Eloisa James. James will sign and discuss her

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new novel, “The Ugly Duchess,” at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, September 4 at Library Headquarters, 1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd.

The program is free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase at the event from Barnes and Noble. The event

is co-sponsored by the Romance Writers of America, Missouri Chapter.

Eloisa James is the bestselling author of over 20 historical romances. After graduating from Harvard University, Eloisa got an M. Phil. from Oxford University, a Ph.D. from Yale, and eventually became a Shakespeare professor and head of the Creative Writing program at Fordham University in New York.

Eloisa James is also the author of the popular memoir, “Paris in Love,” about the year she lived in Paris following a struggle with breast cancer.

Program sites are accessible.

Upon two weeks notice, accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities.

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Wednesday Night Out Join the city of Florissant and Old Town Partners Inc. for live music, fun and games during Wednesday Night Out. The event will be held from 6 – 9 p.m. on Aug. 29. The theme is, “Let’s Luau!” Rocket 88 will perform on the steps of Stems Florist (rue St. Francois and rue St. Pierre). Food and drinks are available at Bunkers Tavern, and there will be a special visit by Kona Hawaiian Ice and Snow Cones.

There will be prizes for the best island party outfit, and a limbo contest. The first 100 attendees will receive a free flower lei. You may even purchase a raffle ticket for a Weber grill ($1 each or six for $5).

The grill has been donated by Stygar Family of Funeral Services.

Pub Raises More Than $20,000 Joe’s Pub, 490 rue Saint Francois in Florissant, recently hosted a fundraiser for police officer Mike Vernon, 33, who was shot while on duty.

“We couldn’t have done this without the community pulling together” said Mike Peipers, owner of Joe’s Pub. “So many people, more than 5000 came through, care about Officer Vernon and his family,” said Karen Brickson. “We raised more than $20,000.”

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Chore Workers and Handymen/ Women Needed Individuals are needed to assist north St. Louis County seniors with household chores and minor home repairs, particularly plumbing, electrical and “odd jobs,” through the Home Care Repair service of Saint Louis County Department of Human Services’ County Older Resident Program (CORP).

Workers must be at least 21 years of age, skilled and experienced with home chores or repair work, enjoy working with older adults and have no prior conviction record. All workers will be interviewed, required to provide current work references and submit to a police record check.

CORP Home Care and Repair workers are independent contractors and must agree to comply by the program’s standards of conduct. Specific costs for work to be done will be negotiated between the worker and senior. For additional information, please contact Shirley Graves at 314.615.7446, Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.

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Tony La Russa to Visit the Library!

The St. Louis County Library Foundation and Tony La Russa managed the St. Louis Cardithe St. Louis Cardinals present a special evening nals from 1996 to 2011, as well as the Oakland A’s with legendary Cardinals manager Tony La Russa and the Chicago White Sox. He has three World for a discussion and signing of his new memoir Series wins, six league championships, and five “One Last Strike: Fifty Years in Baseball, Ten and Manager of the Year awards, and is ranked third a Half Games Back, and One Final Champion- in all-time major league wins. ship Season.”

Proceeds from this event will support the St. The event will take place at Library Headquar- Louis County Library Foundation’s Gift of Readters (1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd.) at 7 p.m. on Fri- ing pre-school literacy program. day, September 28. Ticket packages are $35 (adProgram sites are accessible. Upon two weeks mits ONE and comes with one copy of “One Last notice, accommodations will be made for perStrike) or $50 (admits two and comes with one sons with disabilities. Contact St. Louis County copy of “One Last Strike). Additional books will Library by phone 314.994.3300 or visit www.slcl. be available for purchase from Left Bank Books. org.

The format of the evening will be an onstage interview followed by questions from the audience. La Russa will sign books following the interview (three books per person, “One Last Strike” only, no memorabilia).

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United Way of Greater St. Louis Announces $72 Million Campaign Goal United Way of Greater St. Louis’ 2012 Campaign Chair Greg Boyce has officially announced United Way of Greater St. Louis’ 2012 fundraising campaign goal of $72 million. The campaign officially begins September 4 and ends early November. Boyce is chairman and chief executive officer of Peabody Energy.

“Raising $72 million through United Way will take all of us, from every walk of life, pulling together to help one another,” said Boyce. “The United Way campaign is as basic, and important, as neighbors helping neighbors.”

With generous support through individual and corporate donations, United Way of Greater St. Louis is able to invest more than $1 million each week in the community to help one in three people through more than 170 local agencies it funds.

Boyce added, “While the needs in the St. Louis area are great, they continue to be met by the tremendous generosity of our community. With everyone pulling together in the United Way campaign, I’m confident our giving can reach record levels and we can help more people than ever.”

“When people need help, our region steps up to help them,” said Gary Dollar, CEO and president of United Way of Greater St. Louis. “Giving to United Way is a great way to do this with more than 90 cents of every dollar helping people in this community. United Way’s campaign is about helping as many people in our region as possible.”

Last year, more than 200,000 people and 2,500 businesses donated to United Way, raising more than $71.02 million. Individuals can pledge a donation by calling

Proposition C Approved by Voters On August 7, 2012, city of Ferguson voters approved a $0.35 property tax levy increase designed to provide the funds necessary to renovate the recently-purchased Blessed Teresa of Calcutta church and school at 1050 Smith Avenue for the purpose of a community center. The city purchased 1050 Smith Avenue from the Archdiocese of St. Louis in June 2012 for $1.5 million. The Smith Avenue site was the former Good Shepherd Parish which was consolidated with several other area churches to form Blessed Teresa of Calcutta in 2005.

The city has been working on plans for the renovation of the former school and church buildings which are situated on the nine-acre property.

The former school building will be converted to a community center facility offering much needed amenities such as a senior center, multi-purpose rooms, and a fitness center. The former church building will be converted to a performance arts auditorium. The renovations are expected

to begin in the Spring of 2013 with construction scheduled to be completed by Spring of 2014.

Renovations are expected to cost $3.5 million.

The city has been searching for an adequate site for a community center since 2007 when the January-Wabash building was demolished.

The building had served as a pseudo community center for a number of years providing meeting space, multi-purpose rooms, and hosting fitness classes. The City Council in office at the time of the building demolition promised the residents the city would work to find a suitable replacement for the January-Wabash Building.

Mayor James W. Knowles III expressed the need for a community center stating, “Ferguson has a very proud of tradition of volunteer service.

Many of community groups rely on the generosity of local churches and businesses to provide meeting and storage space on a monthly basis.

They deserve to have a permanent place they can call home.”

Thanks to the Ferguson voters, Proposition C was passed with 60 percent approval.

“In these uncertain economic times, it is so special that Ferguson voters felt so strongly that the City needed a community center that they voted for Proposition C just a year after voting to approve the issuance of $8 million in bonds for the construction of a new Fire House 1,” Knowles said. “It shows what a strong commitment our residents have to our community.”

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314.421.0700 or visiting www.stl.unitedway.org.

The money raised for the local campaign will stay in the 16 Missouri and Illinois counties United Way of Greater St. Louis serves: St. Louis City, St. Louis County, St. Charles, Jefferson, Franklin, Warren, and Lincoln in Missouri; Calhoun, Green, Macoupin, Jersey, Madison, Clinton, St. Clair, Monroe and Randolph in Illinois.

About United Way of Greater St. Louis United Way funds more than 170 health and human service agencies located throughout a 16-county area in Missouri and Illinois. One in three people in our community receive services that strengthen families, help the elderly, keep children healthy and safe, and build stronger neighborhoods. For more information, contact 314.421.0700 or visit www.stl.unitedway.org.

SLCL’s Westfall Series Presents Pulitzer Prize-Winning Historian Tony Horwitz

The St. Louis County Library Foundation’s ‘Buzz’ Westfall Favorite Author Series is pleased to present award-winning journalist and historian Tony Horwitz for a discussion and signing of his book “Midnight Rising: John Brown and the Raid that Sparked the Civil War.” The event will take place at Library Headquarters (1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd.) on Wednesday, September 12, at 7:00 pm. The program is free and open to the public. Books will be available for purchase at the event from Pudd’nHead Books.

The acclaimed author of “Confederates in the Attic” returns to the Civil War era to tell the gripping drama of a man and a mission that changed the course of history.

Late on the night of October 16, 1859, John Brown launched a surprise raid on the slaveholding South. Leading a biracial band of militant idealists, he seized the massive armory at Harpers Ferry, freed and armed slaves, and vowed to liberate every bondsman in America.

Plotted in secret, launched in the dark, John Brown’s raid ruptured the union between North and South. Yet few Americans know the true story of the militant idealists who invaded Virginia before the Civil War. Now, “Midnight Rising” paints Brown’s uprising in vivid color, capturing a nation on the brink of explosive conflict.

In this riveting book, Tony Horwitz probes the troubled soul of Brown, the desperate passion of his followers, and the spirit of a sundered nation. The result is both a taut historical drama and a telling portrait of a fiery time that still resonates in our own.

Tony Horwitz is the bestselling author of “A Voyage Long and Strange,” “Blue Latitudes,” “Confederates in the Attic,” and “Baghdad Without a Map.” He is also a Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist who has worked for The Wall Street Journal and The New Yorker.

The program with Tony Horwitz is a St. Louis County Library ‘Buzz’ Westfall Favorite Author Series presentation. The Westfall series features authors of politics, current issues, history, and sports.

The series is co-sponsored by Jack Dubinsky and Sons; McMahon Berger; Sachs Properties; Brown Smith Wallace LLC; Royal Banks of Missouri; St. Louis Business Journal; Midwest Library Service; The Booksource; Ivey-Selkirk Auctioneers; S.M. Wilson & Co.; Arthur J. Gallagher and Co.; and Stifel, Nicowww.jeffowens-insurance.com laus.

Program sites are accessible.

Upon two weeks notice, accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities. Contact St. Louis County Library by phone 314.994.3300 or visit www.slcl.org.

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Thirty Outstanding Young Professionals will be Celebrated for Making a Difference in the Community North County Incorporated, Regional Development Association (NCI), in partnership with Community News and Gateway Television News Network has named this year’s NCI Salutes 30 Leaders in their Thirties Leadership Award recipients. This remarkable group of up-and-coming professionals and volunteers, all of whom are making a significant difference in the North County area, will be recognized at the NCI Salutes 30 Leaders in their Thirties reception at 11:30 a.m. on Friday, September 21, 2012 at Norwood Hills Country Club.

The 2012 NCI Salutes 30 Leaders in Their Thirties Leadership Award honorees, which will be recognized for their remarkable contributions to their profession and community, are: Montize Aaron, Pattonville School District Elena Amirault, Hazelwood School District Jeff Appel, Edward Jones Joshua Baumann, Lutheran High School North Wesley Bell, St. Louis Community College Florissant Valley Donny Carver, US Bank Mike Crossno, Vantage Credit Union Nyron Edwards, Hazelwood School District Lindsey Gallahue, Commercial Bank Andrew Harris, Hazelwood School District Amy Hawkins, Christian Hospital Keeley Hayes, SSM DePaul Health Center Julie Hercules, Incarnate Word Academy LaRenda Hutt, Riverview Gardens School District Bonita Jamison, Jennings School District Rodney Lewis, Ed.D, Ferguson-Florissant School District Megan Martinez, Missouri Veterans Home Melissa McGuire, Garden Villas North Justin Naber, Fred Weber Inc. Jennifer Roper, Ed.D, Hazelwood School District Krista Sherman, Special School District Jason Shupp, Ferguson Roofing Craig Szczuka, Falcon Service Michael Vernon, Florissant Police Department Elizabeth Wade, Pulaski Bank Kari Welker, Countryside Townhomes, LLC Sandy Wiley, Ed.D, Ritenour School District Melanie Wiginton, T&L Tree Service, Inc. Eric Winkles, Ferguson-Florissant School District Cornell Young, Both Sides of the 50 “North County has some amazingly talented young business, civic and community leaders who are excelling in their professions, as well as volunteering for area civic and charitable organizations.

Through their work and volunteerism they are making a positive difference in our community. NCI Salutes 30 Leaders in their Thirties is our way of saying ‘thanks for your contributions’,” said Rebecca Zoll,

president/CEO of NCI. The public is invited to attend the NCI Salutes 30 Leaders in Their Thirties reception and luncheon on September 21. Reservations are required; the cost is $40 per person. Sponsorship packages are available and there is still room in the event program book for an individual or company to place an advertisement. More than 300 business, civic and community leaders attend this event each year. To make reservations, sponsor this event and/or purchase ad space in the event program book, contact the NCI office at 314.895.6231 or visit www.NorthStLouisCounty.com for more information. For the most up-to-date information about NCI, find us on FaceBook at North County Incorporated Regional Development Association.

North County Incorporated is a regional development organization, which acts as a catalyst to define and advocate economic and community development for North St. Louis County. NCI was established in 1977. The Board is composed of community leaders and business owners.

Sandy Weber, vice president and district manager for U.S. Bank is North County Inc.’s 2012 Board Chair.

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Northwest Chamber’s Mingle at the Mills Fundraiser Offers Great Fun at NASCAR SpeedPark in Hazelwood Mark Your Calendars for the 9th Annual Mingle at the Mills.

The event will be held from 4 to 10 p.m. on Friday, September 14. Experience the thrill of speed as the Northwest Chamber of Commerce, with NASCAR SpeedPark, provides drivers the chance to race the go-karts on the Family 500 Track at St. Louis Mills in Hazelwood.

Come out and enjoy this fast-paced outdoor, family-friendly event featuring go-kart races, a chicken wing cook-off, a car cruise, live music, and delicious food and beverages. Those who love the competitive atmosphere of racing may sign up as a charity race driver and try to win up to $500 for their favorite charity.

Fifty percent of the entry fees collected for each race will go to the winner’s charity of choice, totaling up to $500. (A portion of the race entry fees, Mayor’s Challenge Cup raffle, and event sales will benefit area charities, the Chamber Scholarship Fund and the Northwest Chamber of Commerce.)

The grand finale will be the running of the 9th Annual Mayor’s Challenge Cup. This is a 20-lap, go-kart race that pits mayors representing many North St. Louis County communities against each other. The race is scheduled to begin at approximately 9:30 p.m.

Admission to the Mingle at the Mills is free and open to the public. It’s a fun, family event that generates a lot of excitement while the races are running. For more information, contact the Northwest Chamber of Commerce at 314.291.2131 or visit northwestchamber.com.

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The BIG Day

Curiosity + Heroin is a Deadly Combination

The celebrate Information courtesy of NCADA the 100th anBeing curious about things is part of human niversary of the nature. However, there are some things for which Girl Scouts, the curiosity simply involves too much risk. Such is entire commuthe case with heroin. “Curiosity killed the cat” is nity is invited to an old expression based on the unfortunate realiThe BIG (Believe ty that there are times when attempting to satisfy in Girls) Day on Sept. 22 at Soldiers Memorial Park in downtown a curiosity will result in great harm, even tragedy.

St. Louis. The day will start at 11 a.m. with a parade. The Girl Scouts Nowhere is this truer than in the case of trying want to show the community the unity they have as an organizaheroin, even once. tion and celebrate the landmark 100th anniversary. The parade will The increased use of heroin in the Greater St. start at the intersection of 18th and Market St. and will continue Louis area has grown to alarming, even epidemic down Market St. to Broadway. proportions that has resulted in addiction and The FamFest begins at 1 p.m. The FamFest will consist of acoverdose deaths. Over two hundred people died tivities for the entire family, and 100 vendors, so there will be of overdose deaths in the St. Louis area last year something for everyone. There will be interactive science activities alone! Heroin usage and related overdoses have provided by MySci, animal adoptions provided by the Animal Probecome a major threat to our community. tective Agency, classic cars, service projects, mobile tennis courts, What’s most shocking to learn is that the macrafts, musical theatre activities, a climbing wall and much more. jority of those deaths (over 53 percent) involved There are sure to be great activities for kids of all ages and interests. individuals between the ages of 15 and 35. DeThe Girl Scouts are also partnering with Disney to bring several spite commonly held stereotypes, studies show big name talent surprises to perform at the event! Girls and their that heroin use is now common in most all social families can also register to be VIPs for $10. Benefits for being a and economic levels of the community.

VIP include an official 100th anniversary T-shirt, admittance to A highly addictive drug derived from the the VIP area, special Girl Scout activities, participation in the flash opium poppy, heroin affects the brain’s pleasure mob, and more surprises. To become a VIP or find out more inforsystem and interferes with the body’s ability to mation about the BIG Day, visit www.girlscoutsem.org and click perceive pain. The drug can be injected into veins on The BIG Day. or muscles, smoked or inhaled as a powder, or ingested.

The signs and symptoms of heroin use include euphoria, drowsiness, respiratory depression, constricted pupils and nausea. Withdrawal symptoms include watery eyes, runny nose, yawning, a loss of appetite, tics and tremors, chills, sweating, nausea and insomnia.

The high from heroin use is described as a fastacting, intense pleasure. However, once a person begins using, they quickly develop a tolerance, meaning they need more and more to generate the same effect. Law enforcement officials attribute the increase in overdoses in part to the higher purity of the drug that is available versus the past and the higher quantity needed to generate the “high.”

Heroin has become a problem of epidemic proportion in our local St. Louis area. If you think that it doesn’t affect your kids, you are dead wrong...

Heroin and prescription painkillers are a threat in every county and school district in the greater St. Louis area. If they haven’t already had to yet, your kids will be faced with making a decision about whether they will be tempted to give it a try. Visiting this website is a great first step to becoming educated about these drugs in order to help your child avoid heading in this direc-

tion. We encourage you to read through all sections to arm yourself with the basic information necessary to be able to discuss the dangers and realities of these drugs with your child. Truly, the very best prevention available to any child is having parents who are aware of substance abuse issues, provide a good example of role modeling, establish firm boundaries of family rules and expectations, communicate openly and frequently with their children (starting in their elementary school years and continuing into high school) and are actively and consistently involved in their child’s life.

Unfortunately, many young people who begin using will actually be able to function well for a time, and the warning signs (see sidebar below) may not show up until the child is well into addiction. We cannot stress enough that active, involved parenting is key. Difficult as it may be, especially in the high school years, you need to make it your business to know where your child is at all times, who they are with and what they are doing. Parents need to talk to other parents.

Do not be afraid to pick up the phone to verify, coordinate and speak up with other parents if you have any concerns at all about what might be going on with your or their kids.

You need to be aware - approximately half of the young people who use heroin have used prescription painkillers first!

Any teen who has painkillers such as oxycontin, oxycodone or vicodin prescribed to them should be very closely monitored by a physician and parent. This cannot be stated enough. Unless absolutely necessary, it is preferable a teen be prescribed a less powerful painkiller. For anyone taking strong painkillers, there is a potential for a physical dependency to develop - this in and of itself is not necessarily addiction. With a physician’s assistance, the individual can be weaned off the drug with little or no residual impact. However, if left on such a drug or if it is strictly taken recreationally, the potential for addiction is significant.

Whether you just have questions, or have a child who is in trouble, NCADA (National Council on Alcoholism & Drug Abuse) is a place where you can turn for help. Do not hesitate to give to call 314.962.3456 or visit www.not-even-once.com.

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Two Hazelwood High School Teachers Participate in National Education Program The Library of Congress selected Michael Mainor and Brian White, social studies teachers at Hazelwood Central High School, to participate in two of its seven teacher institutes in Washington, D.C. Mainor attended a May session while White followed in June.

“The Library of Congress Summer Teacher Institute was a week-long institute in which 25 teachers were selected from all over the United States to participate,” said White. “The purpose was to provide educators the tools necessary to incorporate primary source documents into existing curriculum.”

Primary sources are original documents and objects.

“Primary sources provide students a window into the past and provide documents by which artistic, social, scientific and political thought can be studied,” said White. “By using primary sources, teachers can increase student engagement, develop critical thinking skills and allow students to construct knowledge as they base their conclusions on evidence.”

During the five-day program, educators worked with library education specialists and subject-matter experts to use primary sources effectively in the classroom, while combing through digitized historical artifacts and documents, which are available on the library’s website – www.log.gov “While in Washington, D.C., besides collaborative learning with other educators Hazelwood Central High School social studies teachers Michael Mainor and Brian White participated in separate Library of Congress Summer Teacher Institutes in Washington, D.C. White took this photo of tourists visiting the National Mall and from throughout the United States, I had the opportunity to take a behind-the- Washington Monument. scenes tour of the Library of Congress’ Map Room, which is longer than an aircraft and U.S. Supreme Court.” carrier and has a collection of maps and globes that goes back for centuries,” said White and Mainor said the educators who attended also developed primaryWhite. “I was also given an after-hours tour of the grand reading room in the main building, which is home to the Jefferson Collection of works that started the library, source based teaching strategies. All attendees received a large amount of materials to use in their classrooms and to share with colleagues for professional development. and I received a behind-the-scenes tour of the card catalog and storage of books.

The Library of Congress is the nation’s oldest federal cultural institution and the “Also, while in Washington I had the opportunity to meet with Missouri Senators Roy Blunt and Claire McCaskill and take a private guided tour of the Capitol build- world’s pre-eminent reservoir of knowledge, providing unparalleled integrated reing, including the original homes of the U.S. House of Representatives, U.S. Senate sources to Congress and the American people.

Missouri Families Should Review Insurance Coverage before Kids Head to College When checking off items for college, the Missouri Department of Insurance wants to remind students and parents not to forget insurance coverage.

“College students will be heading to school soon, some for the first time,” said John M. Huff, director of the Missouri Department of Insurance. “That brings a lot of work and preparation, and we want to remind parents and students that insurance shouldn’t get lost in the shuffle.”

Huff says insurance needs and coverage may change when a student moves away to college. He offers these tips for families to make sure their students are properly covered when they’re off at school: • Auto insurance: If your child is taking a car to college, check with your insurance agent about your coverage. The price and coverage of your policy may change based on the city and state where your child will live. In addition, ask whether your insurance company offers a good-student discount for maintaining a certain grade-point average.

• Homeowners and renters insurance: Ask your agent if your child’s possessions will be covered under your homeowners policy. Some homeowners policies cover a student’s possessions if they live in on-campus housing. If your student will be renting, consider purchasing renters insurance, which averages $8 to $21 per month, depending on the amount of coverage. Some

renters wrongly believe their landlord’s insurance will cover their possessions in case of fire, storm damage or theft. Most landlords’ policies only cover the building, not tenants’ possessions. Renters insurance also covers tenants from liability for damage to the landlord’s property, such as a kitchen fire.

• Health insurance: Most young adults can stay on their parents’ health insurance up to age 26, regardless of marital status, financial dependency, enrollment in school or residence. Students should take copies of their insurance cards and check their parents’ health insurance plans to know which physicians and hospitals are in their network while away at school.

The department also encourages college students, as well as all consumers, to complete a home inventory, which is an itemized checklist of all possessions. A home inventory can make the process of filing a claim much more efficient in the event of fire, storm damage or theft.

An easy-to-use home inventory checklist is available for free at the department’s website, along with free smartphone apps

for iPhone and Android.

Students and parents with insurance questions can contact the department’s Insurance Consumer Hotline at 800.726.7390 or visit insurance.mo.gov.

About the Missouri Department of Insurance, Financial Institutions & Professional Registration The Missouri Department of Insurance, Financial Institutions and Professional Registration (DIFP) is responsible for consumer protection through the regulation of financial industries and professionals. The department’s seven divisions work to enforce state regulations both efficiently and effectively while encouraging a competitive environment for industries and professions to ensure consumers have access to quality products.

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Statepoint Crossword Theme: Back To School

Across 1. Whatchamacallit 6. Parabola, e.g.

9. December 25th, for short 13. Receive, as in debt 14. Swedish shag rug 15. Best of its kind 16. Coffee burn, e.g.

17. Came together 18. *Used in art 19. *a.k.a Reading, writing, and arithmetic 21. *Elementary school supply staple 23. Kum Ba ___ 24. Genghis or Kublai, e.g.

25. Hexagonal fastener 28. Private theater box 30. Young urban professional 35. Singles

37. Hamlet or village in South Africa 39. Cuts, as in hair 40. Outside cover 41. "_____ Last Night" starring Rob Lowe 43. Regrettably 44. Erasable programmable read-only memory 46. Certainly 47. Hatha or bikram, e.g.

48. Stationary part of a motor around which rotor revolves 50. The A in the hit comedy "M*A*S*H" 52. *Found in Kindergarten classroom 53. Reduced instruction set computer 55. Pimple fluid 57. *______ plan 60. *Student's personal domain, pl.

64. Less bright then supernovae

Original Coming of Age Story It’s doubtful you’ll take the lilt of a songbird, the gentle wave of a tree branch, or the brush of a child’s cheek against your own for granted once you read “The Age of Miracles.” Oh, that our wonder and gratefulness for all the little things that matter could be forever altered.

Coming out of the gate with a resounding roar, Karen Thomson Walker is sure to have a bestseller on her hands with this, her first book, a shining star of mighty magnitude.

Breathless and teary-eyed, I raced through this apocalyptic gem, so simply written, so profound in its message, an original coming of age story that grabs you by the throat and won’t let go. In the early pages, I imagined it on the big screen and was happy to see movie rights are in the works.

The ordinary becomes extraordinary with “the slowing.”

Out of the blue, the earth’s rotation slows, extending the day by 56 minutes. The phenomenon is revealed by Julia, a middle school student who lives with her parents in California.

“We didn’t notice right away. We couldn’t feel it … we were distracted back then by weather and war … Bombs continued to explode on the streets of distant countries. Hurricanes came and went. Summer ended. A new school year began.”

The world can’t help but notice as minutes are added daily; shocked citizens rush to stores to stock up on food, and religious zealots proclaim the second coming. Clocks and calendars are rendered useless and people panic, frightened and divided on how to deal with this new reality.

Julia’s family and others live by the clock, a measure the government mandates, but some consider this unnatural, preferring to sync their internal clocks to the increasing hours of daylight and darkness.

On the stage of this international crisis, Julia struggles with adolescence, “the age of miracles,” with its accompanying bodily changes and peer pressure. Soon there are family problems to come to grips with as well. Julia’s father has a secret Julia finds out about, one that threatens the family unit, all this while birds fall from the sky, and plants and crops fail.

Julia matures, takes chances and falls in love, an admirable, strong character in a book that will shake you to your core. “The Age of Miracles,” now rests on my “favorite of favorites shelf,” along with a select number of other unforgettable books.

Reprinted with permission. Missourian Publishing Company, 2012.

65. Rocks in a drink 67. Physicists Marie and Pierre _____ 68. Nancy _____ of "Entertainment Tonight" 69. As opposed to don'ts 70. Carl Jung's inner self 71. "The Way We ____" 72. Half the width of ems 73. Shot at summer Olympics

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The U.S. Humane Society estimates 6 to 8 million dogs and cats enter shelters each year, and 3 to 4 million are euthanized. Please do your part to control overpopulation and to limit the number of unwanted animals. SPAY AND NEUTER YOUR PETS!

DOWN 1. Essence of idea 2. 1/36th of a yard 3. Harry Potter's mark 4. Having no horns 5. Trying experience 6. Coat of ____ 7. It comes dark or marbled 8. "____ 22" 9. Roentgen's machine 10. Popular Japanese soup 11. End of prayer 12. Sun in Mexico 15. Jimmy Carter farmed this 20. Valerie Harper's role, 1974-1978 22. Solar beam 24. Beat Generation pioneer 25. *Students must learn how to take these 26. Unfit 27. Earth in Latin 29. Loads 31. Elizabeth Gilbert's "Eat, ____, Love" 32. Sitcom trial

33. Idealized image 34. *English homework 36. *Famous dog in basal readers 38. Make like a cat 42. Pace of music 45. Breadcrumb, e.g.

49. Site of next summer Olympics 51. Popular North and Central American shrubs 54. Like a hurtful remark 56. Malodorous mammal 57. Mother ____ 58. At any time 59. *Popular seasonal lure 60. Is it really more?

61. One of Great Lakes 62. Frost residue 63. *Taken at teacher's request 64. Betty Friedan's org.

66. Swindle See Answers Page 13

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Movie

Composer Brian Tyler Returns for “The Expendables 2”

For all its star power, “The Expendables 2” is an ensemble movie, with everyone from veteran action star Bruce Willis to up-andcomer Liam Hemsworth working together on the big screen. With a dozen well-known actors in the main cast, composer Brian Tyler had his hands full creating the music for the soundtrack.

“It’s really impossible to create an individual theme for every character because there are too many iconic characters in there,” Tyler explained when reached by telephone. “The approach was to simplify and go to two sides: the Expendables on one side and then you have the villains on the other side. There are a couple of main baddies, but the main villain is [JeanClaude] van Damme.”

Tyler, who also did the music for the first film in the franchise, said his job was more creating specific themes that reflect what the entire team is doing.

“You have a bunch of good guys, everyone from Bruce Willis’ character to Sly [Stallone], Arnold [Schwarzenegger]. They are all shades of grade, but they are really our team, so we side with them. Instead of doing it as a character-by-character theme, I created three of four themes for the Expendables that reflected just the tone of whatever was going on, but always represented the team,” he said.

Tyler said that the idea is to immerse the audience in something that really is stored in their subconscious, especially if they have seen the first film.

“Those people will definitely recognize the connection between the first and second movies musically,” he explained.

For the original “Expendables,” the composer was brought in even before filming had begun.

“That’s because I have a previous relationship with Sly. Interestingly enough, even on “Rambo,” I was hired before shooting had begun. [Stallone and I] really hit it off and we wanted to make sure I had enough lead time with reading the story to start thinking creatively about the project,” Tyler said.

Once the film is shot and editing has begun, that is when Tyler is able to dig in and apply more general ideas to the scenes. “Something like ‘Expendables 2,’ the music covers over 90 percent of the film.

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There is not much without music. It’s pretty much invisible as part of the experience. If you take it out, though, it feels naked,” he said.

Even with plenty of lead time, getting the music done in time can be a challenge, “By the time the orchestra is being recorded and you are conducting a live orchestra and mixing it all together, you are racing towards the finish. There may be some edits in the picture Photo courtesy of Lionsgate going on. Everyone is converging on an agreed point of conclusion.

Usually, you are working up to the last, no matter how much lead time you get,” he explained.

As a composer, Tyler also is called in to do music late in the production process.

“I have had lots of times where I was called in to do a movie; it was kind of an emergency situation, maybe weeks before the film was actually released. You see billboards and bus stop posters [for the film] all over town before you’ve gotten a cut of the movie,” he said.

“The Expendables 2,” rated R for strong violence, language, and brief sexuality, currently is playing in theaters.

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Sports

Gary Baute Rascals Playing Great Baseball At The Right Time ***Only A Few Weeks Left In The Regular Season The River City Rascals play professional/minor league baseball in the West Division of the Frontier League.

The Rascals have been playing hot of late, winning three games, and convincingly sweeping the series over the traveling team Road Warriors. This may have caused a spark for manager Steve Brook as he tries to bring his team back to the Frontier League Championship series again. The offense was definitely on a roll as they scored 24 runs at T. R. Hughes in the three days.

The next night they traveled to Traverse City to take on the Beach Bums, the best team in the Frontier League.

A stellar pitching performance by Rascals’ Liam Ohlmann led the way to a 5-2 victory. Ohlmann pitched into the eighth inning giving way to reliever Nick Kennedy who closed the game with a save. (some info from Rascal’s website) ***RECENT HIGHLIGHTS: *Preston Vancil leads the team in innings pitched (101.0) and second in striking out opposing batters (71) *Charlie Lisk leads team in home runs (13) and runs batted in (51) *Jason Patton is second on the team in hits (82) *As a team, all the pitchers combined have total strike outs of 634-2nd in league *As a team, batting average .263-4th in league ***STANDINGS AS OF 8-18:

W L GB Last 10 Games Windy City ThunderBolts 48 34 ___ 6-4 Gateway Grizzlies 48 34 ___ 5-5 Schaumburg Boomers 47 35 1.0 6-4 RIVER CITY RASCALS 40 42 8.0 6-4 Joliet Slammers 35 47 13.0 5-5 Rockford RiverHawks 34 48 14.0 3-7

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Normal CornBelters 28 54 20.0 5-5 NEXT HOME GAMES: Wed/Thur August 22/23 against Southern IL Miners Tues/Wed/Thur August28/29/30 against Evansville Otters Fri August 31 against Windy City Thunderbolts All Games @ 7:05 p.m.—Sunday @ 6:05 p.m.

For more information on all this year’s promotions, go to www.RiverCityRascals. com. ~~~Starting to move up the standings Indoor Football Tryouts ***St. Charles Family Arena to be the Monsters’ Home The Missouri Monsters play in the United Indoor Football Team will start their season in early 2013.

The turf has already been delivered to the arena as it was the playing surface of the Tampa Bay Tarpons of the Arena Football League.

A very successful initial tryout was held in early August and another will be scheduled in September to see the talent that is available in the football market place.

Preparations are beginning to start the search for the cheerleading squad.

To get all the details go to www.uiflmonsters.com ~~~Bring it on One Day Left to Watch Ram’s Training Camp ***90 guys fighting for 53 spots The home exhibition game slated for Thursday, August 30 at the Edward Jones Dome has changed the start time to 6 p.m.

Look for me, Gary B, in the bright yellow shirt walking through the crowd working for the Rams.

Come up and say HI and I’ll put your name and picture in the paper.

Check the website www.StLouisRams.com to get any changes.

22nd Thursday 3:30 ~~~Kids 14 and under can get autographs

“Over the Fence”

Editorial

Female Employees do it Different Recent news tells us that women have taken the lead in numbers of employed that men have enjoyed since hunters and gatherers defined gender roles.

That was before civilization clouded the issue. The reasons given are varied. Lower pay, better production and fewer complaints are a few. I’m sure there are more.

The one I have noticed over the years is that women settle differences differently than men. This is assuming that biting, clawing and hair-pulling still occur less than male fisticuffs, wrestling, martial arts bonebreaking or barroom brawls. The current generation’s

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increase in female gangs may have changed that somewhat.

Be that as it may, my daughter’s experience in the corporate offices of commerce is the flood of newly hired Captains of Industry fresh out of whatever specialty schools they took a degree in. MBAs are numerous but there are others. What she finds most disturbing are the egocentric attitudes of the male versions that have not one whit of experience but fervently believe they are the be-all, end-all of corporate management.

The female way of handling these reality challenged ne’er-do-wells is to listen to their condescending, insulting remarks they refer to as orders and then do things the right way in spite of them. Part of this picture is the thousands of single moms who either hang on to their jobs in spite of mistreatment and managerial stupidity or their children might starve. Even the married women are helping pay for their homes and children’s well-being. I suspect some of those newly hired corporate narcissists may take advantage of this trend.

The male way might be a bit more intimidating. We construction workers used to get in our boss’ face. It was either that or

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let presumptuous inexperienced engineering graduates crash and burn. I assume it’s why once a construction worker, always a construction worker became the catchphrase. Tradesmen and craftsmen trained under older, experienced tradesmen and craftsmen and either became proficient or starved. Like everything, there are always exceptions.

Back in the days before lawsuits, it wasn’t all that unusual to hear of a mouthy, fresh-out-of-school graduate ending up with a broken nose.

Sound deplorable? Perhaps. I admit it’s hard to condone violence and women are even less apt to condone it than men. How my daughter and her associates at work tolerate corporate egomaniacs is beyond me but perhaps I have lower tolerance levels.

I once worked in the construction division of a public utility. We were made to attend meetings about violence in the workplace, road rage and similar subjects.

It was conducted by a female cop who claimed road rage occurred because husbands were angry with their wives and took it out on other drivers.

I always thought it was from lane hogs.

She seemed to have similar ideas concerning workplace violence. On the way out, I asked one of the bosses if any lawsuits ever occurred from workplace violence. He smiled and said, “Not so far.”

The company formed in 1961.

The stumbling block for construction workers is companies not involved in construction won’t hire them. A pipsqueak with a degree and an attitude might have to wear protective clothing. The construction worker motto I heard the most was, “I was looking for a job when I found this one.”

It would seem logical for senior management in the ivory towers of corporate America to hire more experienced junior executives; the ones that don’t let their egos interfere with their clear thinking. But then, perhaps senior corporate management suffers similar interference.

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The “Nothing Special” Day Jerry Seinfeld had the right idea. A show about nothing. It’s amazing the humor and memories that can be derived from everyday life. Kids tend to remember their childhood one major accomplishment or event at a time. Birthday parties are big. So is sitting on Santa’s lap and giving him your list of Christmas wishes. The things my husband and I hold most dear, however, are the joyous things that happen when we’re all together as a family. Our latest family summer vacation will likely be one of our last, as our children are 17, 18 and 19, and going in different directions very soon. We spent six days and nights together, and I played tennis with Michael, walked on the beach with Samantha, and watched with pride as Christopher closely examine the history on board the USS Alabama. These are the moments I’ll cherish forever.

I remember one of the first such days…just a couple of months after we moved to O’Fallon in 1999. It was a Sunday morning in the master bathroom. A mom curled her hair and put on her makeup, a dad was in the shower, and three children popped in and out throughout the course of the morning as a family got ready for church and Sunday school.

Sam was the first to appear, beaming with pride over the fact that she dressed herself, right down to her white tights. I spooned on the accolades, all the while sneaking the brush from the counter top to fix her hair.

It was a daily battle, brushing my daughter’s hair. She pulled away every time. That morning, however, she suddenly stepped right in front of me.

“What are you doing, sweetie?” I asked, frustrated with her lack of cooperation.

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“I just want a hug,” she replied. Well, there’s nothing like love and sincerity to take the wind out of one’s sails.

Michael entered the bathroom just as I was curling my hair and Jim was shaving. Our 6 year-old had been playing at a friend’s house the previous afternoon, and relived the whole hour and a-half, play-by-play style.

“We pwayed Hot Wheels. And Greg has a woop-ditty-woop,” he explained, quite animated in his conversation.

“A what?” I asked, trying to hold back the giggles. Michael and Christopher each met with a speech therapist each school day, and I didn’t like to encourage the Elmer Fudd talk, but I honestly didn’t know what he was trying to say. Five minutes later we finally got it.

Loop-d-loop track is what he meant to say.

By that time, though, Michael had discovered the scale.

“Mommy…how much do you weigh?”

“Yeah, mommy, how much?” Jim chimed in.

“I don’t know,” I fibbed.

“Get on and tell me,” prodded Michael.

“Yeah, mom, get on and tell us,” repeated my mynahbird husband.

Michael asked again, not to be deterred.

“How much do you weigh, mommy?”

“Too much, honey.”

“Do you weigh over 100?” This kid just wasn’t going to let up.

“Yes, Michael. I weigh over 100,” I stated.

“Whoa.”

Enough said. He was satisfied with the answer, and left the room to put on his shoes.

Skillet Suppers – The Secret to Stress-Free Weeknights (Family Features) The busy school year means that dinner planning often gets pushed aside. Moms and dads alike may find themselves opting for the drive-thru instead of the dinner table. But that’s not the only option.

Homemade Quick Chili Mac Skillet was created with busy weeknights in mind.

Not only is it quick and easy, it's a family-friendly and healthy dinner that you can feel good about serving.

Start with everyone’s favorite elbow pasta, but not just any pasta. Choose one that offers some extra benefits that traditional pasta doesn’t provide. For example, Dreamfields Elbows are made from durum wheat semolina, which ensures the taste and texture of traditional pasta, but with a nutritional boost. Five grams of fiber per 1-cup cooked serving and fewer digestible carbohydrates make it a delicious and healthy option to traditional pasta.

Quick Chili Mac Skillet Ingredients: - 1/2 box Dreamfields Elbows - 2 teaspoons canola or vegetable oil - 1/2 pound lean ground beef (85% lean) - 1 medium onion, coarsely chopped - 1 to 2 teaspoons chili powder - 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained - 1 an (15 ounces) kidney or black beans, rinsed and drained - Salt - Coarsely ground black pepper - 1/4 cup shredded Mexican cheese blend Directions: 1. Cook pasta according to package directions. Drain; return to pan.

I began to take off my robe and searched for a shirt to wear.

Christopher was the last to enter the bathroom, and caught a glimpse of my upper torso and chest area.

“Mommy, why is your chest falling down?” he asked, completely straight-faced.

Sarcastic Woman replied in my head, “Because Mommy had three children in two-and-a-half years and sacrificed her breasts to give you the best nutrition money can’t buy.”

Sarcastic Woman also silently cursed Christopher, and hoped he would marry a woman with Dolly Parton breasts. She hoped they would have 12 children and that she would breast feed them all, eventually needing some sort of pulley system to keep said breasts above her navel. But Mommy just patted him on the head and reminded Christopher he needed to knock before entering the bathroom.

Sunday became hurried after that. We hurried to church, hurried to the grocery store, hurried home to start dinner in the crock pot and hurried to eat lunch so the boys could make it on time to their friend’s birthday party.

That day will be long remembered by my boys because of the bowling party. But I will hold that day close to my heart for many more years to come, because of the joy my children brought me on a nothingspecial Sunday morning.

While the pasta cooks, brown ground beef and onion, making sure the beef is completely cooked. Stir in a pinch of chili powder for a peppery kick; add diced canned tomatoes and kidney beans – super simple. On these time-crazed days, swapping out hand-chopping for the can opener makes a lot of sense.

Simply toss the chili with the pasta, sprinkle with cheese and serve a delicious one-dish dinner that will get the entire family back to the table. A green salad or fruit would be a great way to round out the menu.

Visit www.DreamfieldsFoods.com to find more delicious recipes and to view the instructional video on how to make Quick Chili Mac Skillet.

Preparation Time: 10 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes • Makes 4 servings

2. Meanwhile, heat oil in large nonstick skillet over medium heat. Brown ground beef and onion 8 to 10 minutes or until beef is cooked through and onions are tender, breaking beef into large crumbles. Stir in chili powder then tomatoes.

Cook and stir 2 to 3 minutes to blend flavors. Add beans; heat through.

3. Remove skillet from heat. Toss beef mixture with pasta. Season with salt and pepper, as desired. Sprinkle with cheese.

Note: If desired, ground chicken or turkey breast may be substituted for the ground beef.

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Church Sept. 1: Basement/Breakfast/ Tailgate Sale 8 a.m. at Northside Christian Church, 9635 Hwy. 367. $5 breakfast ($2.50 for children under 10). $10 double parking spot to sell your treasures. Info: 314.868.5722.

Sept. 15: Covenant Community Market-Fest 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. at Grace New Covenant Church, 711 Chambers Road.

Limited number of tables available for vendors. Info: 314.388.3333.

Sept. 20: Florissant Valley Kiwanis Club Autumn Prayer Breakfast 7- 8:15 a.m. at Halls Ferry Christian Church, 12100 Old Halls Ferry Rd., Florissant. Tickets are $12 each, call 314.757.8167 for single reservations or a table of 8.

Sept. 21 & 22: St. Sabina Parish Picnic 9/21 from 5 – 11 p.m., 9/22 from noon – 10 p.m. at St. Sabina, 1625 Shallow Lane, Florissant, MO 63031. Car and motorcycle show on Saturday. Carnival rides, basket raffle, new games for all ages, live music, wine and coffee café, great food. Info: Peggy at 314.837.1365 Sept. 29: Ninth annual St. Mark’s United Methodist Church Trivia Night 6:30-10 p.m. 315 Graham Road, Florissant, MO 63031. Still a great bargain at $10 per person with up to 10 at a table. Call the church at 314-837-9404 and talk to one of our great staff or leave a message

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to reserve a table. There is babysitting on the premises by our certified staff with a nominal charge of only $2 per child (for dinner & snacks). Please contact the church

by Thursday, Sept. 27 with how many children you have that need babysitting. Cash prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places. Come join us, this is a family event and benefits our youth and outreach programs.

Soda and snacks provided while they last.

Saturdays: ESL Classes 10 – 11:30 a.m. at Immanuel Lutheran Chapel, 11100 Old Halls Ferry Road, St. Louis. Free. All are welcome. Info: 314.849.6949.

Events Aug. 22: Sip, Swing and Splash at Jammin’ at The Zoo 6 to 10 p.m. rain or shine at the Saint Louis Zoo presented by Macy’s. Live music while sampling your way through 200 different wines from more than 50 wineries. See Macy’s models showcase the latest fashions, get a Chanel makeover, and be refreshed at the Diet Coke Lounge. July 25, live entertainment by 3 Handsome Guys, Paint the Earth, Dirty Muggs and FatPocket: St. Louis’ Premier Funk Band. Aug. 22, All 4 Nothin’, Griffin and the Gargoyles, Hot Chocolate Soul and SUPERJAM will perform. Do the Tasting Package and check out Stingrays at Caribbean Cove featuring Sharks. Buy your Jammin’ tickets at the door, online at www.stlzoo.org/jammin, or call 314.646.4771. General admission is free for Zoo Friends members

and one guest, and $10 per person for non-members. Tasting Package, including wine tasting and general admission, is $10 for Zoo Friends and $20 for non-members. Become a member of the Young Zoo Friends that evening and receive free Tasting Package admission for two. Special private party areas are available in advance for groups of 25 or more. Proceeds benefit the Zoo and its efforts to save endangered species at home and around the world. Sponsored by Macy’s, Diet Coke, Fox2 & KPLR 11, Riverfront Times and Y98 FM. Aug. 25: Dinner - Dance - Auction to Benefit Officer Mike Vernon 6-11 p.m. (Doors open at 5:30) $50 per person. At Plumbers & Pipefitters Auditorium, 12385 Larimore (63138). Includes Dinner Buffet, Open Bar, DJ, Silent Auction & Raffle. For tickets or for more info see the attached flyer or email at friendsofmikevernon@ymail.com Sept. 6: Square Dance Lessons 7:15 - 9 p.m. at St. Ferdinand Shrine School, #1 St. Francois Street in Florissant, Mo. $5 per person.

Modern Western Square dance lessons will be offered every Thursday eveninSponsored by Missouri Promenaders Square Dance Club.

For info. contact: Vicki or Ray Wittman, email vicray01@aol.com or phone: 314.921.7582.

Sept. 8 Night Ice Grass Sledding 6 – 8 p.m. at Sioux Passage Park. $10 per person includes snacks and cold drinks. Bring a towel or carpet square, plus a chair. Wear old clothes. Register in advance at 314.615.8841 or 8842.

Sept. 10: 15th Annual Share Golf Benefit

At Forest Park Golf Course St. Louis, Mo. To benefit Share Pregnancy & Infant Loss Support. To provide support toward positive resolution of grief experienced at the time of, or following the death of a baby. Info: Jaclyn Nikodym at 636.947.6164 or jnikodym@nationalshare.org.

Sept. 21: Blood Drive 9 a.m. - 1 p.m. in the Steve Robbins, CFP® Conference Center, 325 Rue St. Francois St., Florissant, MO 63031. To schedule your donation time, contact Lisa at 314.839.4600 or at Lisa@SteveRobbinsOnline. com. Thank you for helping us to support the mission of the American Red Cross.

Sept. 22: Jennings High School Class of 1972 Reunion To be held in St. Charles, Mo. We need your current contact information. Please call 636.583.9778 or email jhs1972@gmail.com.

Sept. 22: 10th Annual Golf Scramble $360 per team until Sept. 11. Info: 314.486.6305 or 314.249.7113.

Sept. 29: Trivia Night 6:30 – 10 p.m. at St. Mark’s United Methodist Church, 315 Graham Road, Florissant, MO 63031. $10 per person (up to 10 at a table).

Babysitting for $2 per child. Cash prizes for 1st, 2nd and 3rd places.

Soda and snacks provided. Register at 314.837.9404 by Sept. 27.

Sept. 28-30: The Ferguson High School Class of 1957 They are planning a 55th reunion for Sept. 28, 29 & 30, 2012. Please contact Lynette (Dolce) Sona at 314-838-1751 or sewlyn39@juno. com or Susan Krueger at 314-5220475 or susiekrueger@yahoo.com

for more information. The committee is looking for the following classmates: Bill Joe Atkisson, Nancy Ann Blackburn, Margaret Ann Brewer, Walter J. Britton, Betty Jean Butler, Jack Clarke, Evelyn Constantine, Alice Dueing, Ruth Ellis, James Graham, Wilbur Hampton, Louis Meyer, Jr., Loretta Miller, Edward Muckerman, Gail Phillips, Janet Phillips, Joe Polivick, Jr., Nancy Proctor, Nancy Ray, Dolores Richardson, Janie Richardson, Kathleen Roth, Judith Schaefer, Charlene Schmidt, Roberta Steel, Carolyn Tate, Mary Ann Waldschmidt, Ron Warzeniak, Camille White.

Oct. 27: Hermann London Halloween 5k Run/Walk 10 a.m. Race-Day Check-In: 9 a.m. at the Marietta parking lot, 7359 Marietta Ave, Maplewood, MO 63143 Awards Ceremony: 11:30 a.m. Marietta Parking Lot Proceeds Go To: The Women’s Safe House and The Woman’s Place Race Information: Starting and Ending Points at Marietta Parking Lot, 7359 Marietta Ave, Maplewood, MO 63143 Awards: Best Overall Costume, Best Group Costume, Best Pet Costume, Highest Fundraiser, Fastest Times Timing: Timing and Race Management will be provided by Big River Running For more details www.hermannlondon.com/5k Calling All St. Augustine’s Classmates Planning is underway for an All School Reunion. If you attended St. Augustine’s School located at Herbert & Lismore streets in the city of St. Louis we want to hear from you. Please contact a member of the planning committee: Sandy Tricamo (‘66) 314.791.7714; Leo Neuner (‘65) 972.951.4853; Don Becker (‘68) 636.399.0088; Tom Hartnett (‘66) 314.623.9950.

You can also register on Facebook as you reminisce viewing the old parish pictures which have been posted. Search for: St. Augustine Catholic School - St. Louis Mo. Inviting All Florissant Senior

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• Monday Club: Meets every Monday for Bingo from 11:30-2:30 on the lower level of the James J. Eagan Center. Bring a sandwich coffee and tea are available. Interesting day trips to St. Louis Area locations are also scheduled.

• Florissant Older Adult Club: Meets the second Tuesday of each month from 11-1:30 on the lower level of the James J. Eagan Center.

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• Wednesday Club: Meets every Wednesday for Bingo from 11:302:30 on the lower level of the James J. Eagan Center. Bring a sandwichcoffee and tea available. Interesting day trips to St. Louis Area locations are also available.

Every Sunday Now-Oct.: Free Tours at Old Ferdinand Shrine Old St. Ferdinand Shrine, #1 Rue St. Francois, Florissant, is offering free tours every Sunday from 1:00 - 4:00 PM during the months of August, September and October.

For info. contact: Vicki Wittman, email vicray01@aol.com or phone: 314.921.7582 Last Saturday of Each Month: Writers Workshop 10 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Looking for new Authors and Songwriters.

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Health Aug 27: Lose to Win Pre-Registration.

Opens at 8 a.m. Kick-Off Events: 9 a.m. - noon. Saturday, Sept. 8, at SSM St. Clare Health Center in Fenton; and 1 – 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 9, at SSM DePaul Health Center in Bridgeton.

Sept 8 & 9: St. Louis Lose to Win Challenge Pre-Registration: Opens at 8 a.m.

Monday, Aug. 27. Kick-Off Events: 9 a.m. - noon. Saturday, Sept. 8 at SSM St. Clare Health Center in Fenton; and 1 – 4 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 9, at SSM DePaul Health Center in Bridgeton. Are you serious about losing weight? Join the 12-week St. Louis Lose to Win Challenge! Why compete? To find the inspiration you need to get in shape, shed pounds and find the healthiest you inside. Competitors must be at least 18 years old.

You must pre-register by calling 1-866-SSM-DOCS or online at www.losetowinstl.com.

Participants must pay a $10 registration fee at the kick-off event (cash or check only). The program is limited to the first 1,000 entrants. Each week you will weigh in at a location of your choice. Meanwhile, you can follow your success in the Suburban Journals! At the end of 12 weeks the top five men and the top five women with the highest percentage of weight loss will be awarded prizes. For more information visit www.losetowinstl.com Every Sunday: Support Group for Women Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse 6:30 – 8 p.m. at 7401 Delmar Ave. in University City. Info: 314.993.5421.

3rd Saturday: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group 9 a.m. at Delmar Gardens North, 4401 Parker Rd., Florissant, MO

63033. Contact Kathy Gallyoun at 314.355.1516 or call the Helpline at 800.272.3900 for info.

Last Saturday: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group 10:30 a.m. at Mother of Good Counsel Home, 6825 Natural Bridge, St. Louis, MO 63121. Contact Doris Schmitt at 314.383.4765 or call the Helpline at 800.272.3900 for info.

Last Tuesday: Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group 1 p.m. Missouri Veterans Home, 10600 Lewis & Clark, St. Louis, MO 63136. Contact Buffy Huffman at 314.340.6389 or call the Helpline at 800.272.3900 for info.

Christian Hospital To register call 314.747.9355 Aug. 31: Village North Retirement Community’s 30th Anniversary Celebration 1-4:30 p.m. Join us as we celebrate 30 years of providing quality senior living in North County! Hors devours, entertainment and drawings for fabulous prizes! Reservations required. At Village North Retirement Community, just west of Christian Hospital off Dunn Rd. Event is Free.

Sept. 13: American Red Cross Blood Drive 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Christian Hospital is teaming up with the American Red Cross to host a Blood Drive open to the general public. Stop by to roll up your sleeve and give blood to help save lives. Walk-ins are welcome but appointments

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Sept. 19: Exercise Plan for Weight Loss 9-10 a.m. How much time and intensity is needed each week to achieve long-term weight loss?

Gena Napier, MD, board-certified in family medicine and sports medicine, will individually discuss ways to fit exercise into your everyday life without having to purchase any extra equipment or spend any money. Stop by our information booth and learn how to start your own exercise and weight-loss plan today. In the Jamestown Mall Food Court. Free. Call 314.747.9355 to register.

Sept 19: Medicare Update 2013 1:30-3 p.m. Shelley Wheatley, CLAIM Counselor. This program will cover the changes in Medicare for 2013, provide a synopsis of the CLAIM program and how to access services, plus information on Part D (Prescription Drug Coverage). Space is limited. Call 314.747.9355 or Registration required. In the Northwest HealthCare Community Room, 1225 Graham Road. Free.

Sept. 21: Mum Sale 10 a.m. until all plants are sold.

The sale will feature a spectacular variety of colorful mums to brighten any landscape. In the Hopsital Courtyard near Lobby, 11133 Dunn Rd.

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Sept. 20: Men’s Healthy Happy Hour & Health Screenings Christian Hospital Detrick Building Atrium. 4 – 7:30 p.m. Screenings. 6 – 7 p.m. “Finding the Fountain of Youth” presentation featuring Jacques Van Ryn, MD, orthopedic surgeon. Space is limited; please call 314.747.WELL to make your reservation.

Volunteers needed at Christian Hospital Christian Hospital is calling out for volunteers that can do a significant amount of walking to run errands within the hospital. Discover the rewards of volunteering!

If you’re looking for a rewarding way to spend your time, volunteering at Christian Hospital is an ideal match. Volunteer positions are available in many different areas.

You’ll meet a variety of interesting people while making a difference in our community. Applications are available at www.chrisitianhospital.org in the Volunteer Office, located off the hospital’s main lobby. For more information, call the Christian Hospital volunteer office at 314-653-5032.

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AT&T Asks Drivers to Pledge: Never Text and Drive Wireless provider AT&T*, seeking to bring attention to a serious roadsafety problem, today urged all Americans to pledge to stop texting while driving, and then to join with others Sept. 19 to make a lifelong commitment to never do so again.

AT&T, its employees and other supporters are calling on all drivers to go to www.itcanwait.com to take the no-texting-and-driving pledge, and then share their promise with others via Twitter (#itcanwait) and Facebook. The pledge effort is part of the company’s public awareness campaign aimed directly at stopping the dangerous practice of texting while driving.

More than 100,000 times each year, an automobile crashes and people are injured or die while a driver was texting and driving, said AT&T Missouri President John Sondag, citing a statistic from the National Safety Council1.

“As kids in Missouri head back to school, we want to reinforce the message that no text message is so important that it is worth dying for,” Sondag said. “We’ll be taking that message across Missouri and are encouraging everyone to visit www.itcanwait.com to sign the pledge not to text and drive.”

Divorced Couples’ Co-Parenting Relationships Can Improve,

By Jesslyn Chew MU Researcher Says New research conducted at the University of Missouri offers hope for divorced parents and suggests hostile relationships can improve when ex-spouses set aside their differences and focus on their children’s needs.

“Most people falsely believe that, when people get divorced, they’ll continue to fight, to be hostile,” said Marilyn Coleman, Curators’ Professor of Human Development and Family Studies at MU. “We found in our study that’s not always true. Some couples get along from the very beginning, and, for about half of the women we interviewed, the couples whose relationships started badly improved over time.”

Coleman and her colleague interviewed 20 women who shared physical custody of their children with expartners. Nearly half of the women interviewed said they had contentious relationships with their former sig-

nificant others and the other half reported amicable relationships. Of the women reporting cordial relationships with their ex-spouses, a few had always gotten along; the rest of the relationships had gone from combative to cordial.

“To me, it’s almost as if the parents in the bad-to-better relationships matured,” Coleman said. “Mostly, it’s because the parents began focusing on their children. The parents saw how upset their arguments made their kids, so they decided to put their differences aside and focus on what was best for the children.”

The women in amicable relationships reported that their ex-partners were responsible parents and that money was not a source of conflict. In addition, the women said they communicated with their ex-partners frequently and in multiple ways, via text, phone and email.

Cordial parents also dealt with differences in parenting styles more efficiently by communicating issues that arose. In addition, the women who had better relationships with their former spouses did not try to limit their children’s interaction with their fathers and, instead, found ways to conveniently transition the children between two homes.

“Conflict within a marriage or after a divorce is the most harmful thing parents can do for their children’s development,” Cole-

man said. “If kids go through their parents’ divorce, they’ve lost some access to both parents. If the parental fighting continues, the children have not only lost access, they’re still involved in the conflict – in the ugliness – and it harms the kids.”

Coleman cautions that shared physical custody does not ensure cooperative, happy relationships post-divorce.

Making the co-parenting relationships work requires conscientious efforts from parents.

“The courts tend to use a one-size-fits-all philosophy when dealing with divorces and determining custody of children, and that really doesn’t work for some parents – especially if there has been abuse or if high levels of conflict continue,” Coleman said. “We need to find out how joint-custody works for families. The goal for divorced parents should be to maintain the best co-parenting relationships possible by moving past prior relationship issues and focusing on children’s well-beings.”

The study, “The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: Divorced Mothers’ Experiences with Co-parenting,” will be published in the upcoming issue of Family Relations. Coleman’s co-author, Mindy Markham, received her doctorate at MU and now teaches at Kansas State University.

The Department of Human Development and Family Studies is housed in the MU College of Human Environmental Sciences.

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